Parker goes first as Sparks land top pick in WNBA draft
Candace Parker, fresh from her second NCAA title, is chosen No 1 by the Los An geles Sparks, joining Lisa Leslie to bolster a team that went 10-24 last season. LSU star Sylvia Fowles goes second to the Chicago Sky.
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Calipari wins Naismith coaching award for Memphis
Memphis coach John Calipari was named the Naismith National Coach of the Year by The Atlanta Tipoff Club. He steered the Tigers to the NCAA title game with a 75-68 overtime loss to Kansas. This is his second Naismith award after 1996 with Massachusetts. Donte Greene of Syracuse declares for the NBA draft after a 17.7 ppg season under Jim Boeheim.
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Gazette golf series seeks reader favorite courses
The Gazette invites readers to nominate favorite local, area, and regional golf courses for a weekly feature by Marc Morehouse. The series runs June through July with updates on featured layouts and new courses. Send suggestions to marc.morehouse gazette communications dot com.
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Iowa defense relies on returning anchors as spring drills begin
The Gazette notes Iowa's defensive identity centers on two returning tackles Mitch King and Matt Kroul, while two starters at cornerback are out. Bradley Fletcher and Jordan Bernstine will start, with spring depth unsettled and several new tackles and ends competing for playing time.
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Masters Echoes Through Augusta as Azaleas Bloom
Augusta National opens for the Masters with fans and players savoring the tradition. Ann Curtis, a first timer, joins veterans like Arnold Palmer and Butch Harmon in witnessing a yearly revival from winter gray to vibrant spring color. Tiger Woods reflects on the tournament's enduring significance to all players.
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Masters at Augusta National TV schedule and last year's winner
The Masters at Augusta National in Georgia runs today through Sunday with ESPN coverage on Friday and CBS on weekend. Zach Johnson won last year’s major title finishing 1 over 289 after a 69 final round, ahead of Woods Goosen and Sabbatini.
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Johnson eyes present moment as Masters legend Crenshaw recalls past
In Augusta, Mike Weir and Ben Crenshaw reflect on Johnson’s 2007 past and his bid to win again. Johnson dismisses last year, focusing on 2008 Masters. Weir, Crenshaw, and Nick Faldo note the difficulty of repeating, while Johnson basks in the ceremonial dinner and ongoing legacy at Augusta National.
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